Liiga vs NIHL

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Liiga is a higher level than the NIHL which sits at the 2nd tier in England. Liiga is considered one of the top 10 pro leagues globally.
Liiga vs NIHL comparison
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Leagues At A Glance

Liiga

Liiga is the top ice hockey league in Finland.

Location: Finland

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Skill Level in Liiga

Liiga is the highest professional hockey league in Finland. Founded in 1975, the league has 15 clubs that span from the South near Helsinki all the way up to the Arctic Circle. It's considered by many to be one of the stronger leagues in Europe.

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Player Perspective: Liiga

"Liiga is the perfect league to play in, especially as an import from North America who enjoys the physical play paired with skill. I'd agree that Liiga's caliber is up there with a number of the top leagues in Europe based on my experience also playing in Germany and Austria. The fans hear love their hockey.

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Number of Teams in Liiga: 15

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Caliber of Players and Imports in Liiga

Skill level of Liiga players is extremely high, with only the best Finnish players moving up to the highest league. For imports, teams expect players in Europe with strong resumes and players from North America with high-end ECHL/AHL experience on their resumes. Some even have NHL games played. This shows the strength of the league.

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